Fact Directory

Explore the latest fascinating facts freshly added to our collection!

How tall is the highest mountain?
Geography
Mount Everest, located in Nepal and Tibet, is usually said to be the highest mountain on Earth. Reac... Read more
When was the 737 First Made?
Aviation
The first flight of the original Boeing 737-100 was on the 9th April 1967 from King County Internati... Read more
Why is Kinder Surprise Banned in USA
Food
Kinder Surprise eggs are banned in the U.S. due to safety concerns stemming from a law in the 1938 F... Read more
Do Pilots Eat Different Meals?
Aviation
Yes, many airlines require pilots eat different meals to reduce the risk of food poisoning and incap... Read more
Linear vs Switching Power Supplies
Technology
Both linear and switching power supplies serve the same purpose of converting AC to DC and reducing ... Read more
Was the Capital of the United States always Washington?
History
No, the capital city of the United States was not always Washington, D.C. Initially, New York Cit... Read more
What is the range of WIFI?
Technology
The range of Wi-Fi can vary significantly depending on several factors, such as the power output of ... Read more
What types of fuel do planes and aircraft use?
Aviation
Planes and aircraft primarily use two types of fuel: Jet fuel and AVGAS. Jet fuel, a kerosene-ba... Read more
When was the first telephone call?
Technology
The first telephone call took place on 10 March 1876, when Alexander Graham Bell spoke to his assist... Read more
Origins of "we can neither confirm nor deny"
Politics
The phrase "we can neither confirm nor deny" originated from a CIA response to a FOIA (Freedom of In... Read more